Senior European Logistics & Distribution Manager

Global medical/life sciences organisation require a Senior European Logistics & Distribution Manager. Applicants need big company experience and to have previously held a senior leadership role within Logistics or Distribution Management.

The Senior European Logistics & Distribution Manager will own the entire distribution process (inventory management, order fulfilment, transportation and warehouse operations) across UK, European and 3PL locations. Responsible for developing and implementing logistics and distribution strategies; increasing automation, standardising and harmonising processes will be a key focus of the role. The Senior European Logistics & Distribution Manager will be afforded high levels of autonomy, exposure to V-level management and the opportunities to progress into a global role.

The Senior European Logistics & Distribution can be based either in the UK or Europe, and will have direct reports in the UK, Netherlands, Germany and Italy. Travel in the role will not exceed 50% and will most likely, be less.

Specific duties of the Senior European Logistics & Distribution Manager include:

• Development of distribution strategies and networks that optimise efficiencies, and satisfy customers
• Analyse, monitor and manage distribution KPIs and costs - identify improvements and cost savings
• Leadership and development of direct reports (10) - DC Leaders, Warehouse Managers, Inventory Managers
• Management of 3PL partner and integration of 3PL partner within overall distribution strategy and network
• Standardise, streamline and harmonise LEAN processes across DCs, warehouses, inventory and fulfilment
• Contribute to global process improvement work across supply chain, logistics and distribution

Senior European Logistics & Distribution Manager applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Senior level, Logistics Management or Distribution Management experience, within a large global business
• Previous experience within medical devices, pharmaceutical, life sciences or FMCG sectors, a slight advantage
• Inquisitive, strategic mindset capable of strategy and process improvement work on regional and global scale
• Proven track record in managing 3PL partners, and integrating them into the wider distribution network
• Experience with SAP, or similar supply chain, logistics or distribution management systems
• Degree educated